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What Could Cause Loose Motions After Discontinuing Laxatives Taken For Treating Constipation?

I had problem of constipation.... and was taking laxative for 2 months.... 15 days after discontinuing laxactive I started having loose motion and passing gas with motions..... problem recurs after 3 days of taking antibiotics.... this happened twice.... what should be further course of action
Thu, 28 Feb 2019
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Hi,

It is caused by taking antibiotic as it is a common side effect, you can take antispasmodic for the meanwhile till you finish your antibiotic course.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist
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What Could Cause Loose Motions After Discontinuing Laxatives Taken For Treating Constipation?

Hi, It is caused by taking antibiotic as it is a common side effect, you can take antispasmodic for the meanwhile till you finish your antibiotic course. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist